Meatballs in Marinara
Easy dinner, that tastes delicious. Amazing paired with spaghetti or on a sub for a meaty sandwich.
I put this dinner together so fast, and just used what most people keep around in their pantry. I do list out to use a pesto, but feel free to use whatever Italian herbs you have. I’d recommend fresh basil, and parsley. If you try out this recipe, please leave a comment on my socials or down below. Thanks!
Time
45 min
Servings
4 to 6
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 1.5 pounds ground beef
- 2/3 Cup panko bread crumbs
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup parmigiano (or Parmesan)
- 1 tbsp pesto (or fresh herbs)
- 1/2 tsp parsley flakes
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
For the marinara
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/2 yellow onion
- 1 jar of marinara (45 oz or 66 oz)
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine all ingredients for your meatballs. Throughly mix.
- Roll out 15-16 meatballs, and set aside.
- Dice up onion and garlic.
- In a large saute pan, cook down your onion and garlic in some olive oil. Once cooked down, add in meatballs.
- Add in marinara and bring to a simmer.
- Simmer (covered) for 30 min, or until meatball is cooked through.
- Enjoy! Best with spaghetti or on a sub!
Tips & Notes
If you’re using parmigiano, be careful on how much you salt the meatballs. Parmigiano is a salty cheese, I would say it’s saltier than parmesan. Taste it if you haven’t used it before!
While the meatballs are simmering, clean the kitchen. I love meals where I have to wait for the meat to cook. Now I can clean, and have my dinner knowing that I have basically nothing left to do after.
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